September 2016: Tips, eNews & More!     Fall is just around the corner, and for many families that means a return to school and work. During this change of routine, don't forget to take a few moments in your busy day to relax and focus on your health. Studies have shown that stress and oral health are closely related, but remember that small lifestyle changes are easy to implement into your day. A healthy breakfast boosts performance by improving your concentration and overall health. Take some time to brush and floss before setting out on your day, and the results will assist you in maintaining a happy and healthy smile. We are happy to welcome two new faces to our office. Monica, our newest Dental Hygienist and Carolyn, our new Office Administrator and Treatment Coordinator. They're excited to get to know all of our patients and look forward to seeing you during your next visit. Dr. Charles Weingarten and Team Is Your Smile Missing Something? Are you hesitant to show your teeth when you smile? Is your smile missing something? Maybe even a full tooth! Many people, for one reason or another, have lost a tooth. Reasons range from poor dental hygiene to any variety of accidents. Whatever the reason for the missing tooth we can repair your smile and replace your tooth with a dental implant. Click here to learn more! Fight Tooth Decay with Beet Juice According to the NIH (National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research), 92% of adults between the ages of 20 to 60 have tooth decay. Tooth decay occurs when bacteria in your mouth creates lactic acids that eat away at the tooth. The root cause is sugar, since bacteria uses sugar as the substance with which to adhere to the tooth. These bacteria can eventually turn into plaque - a sticky, colourless film of bacteria proliferating on our teeth. Tooth decay can be minimized by a healthy diet that involves cutting down on sugary foods. But did you know there is something you can add to your healthy eating habits that can actually help prevent tooth decay? Beet juice! Click here to learn more! Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls Looking for a healthy and delicious snack? These fresh spring rolls are fun to make with the family and can be customized to suit your dietary habits. Add shrimp, chicken, or leave out the meat entirely if you want to go for a vegetarian option. Finish it off with a homemade sauce for dipping and that is all there is to it! Click here for the recipe!